Strong Communities Start Here.

At the heart of the YMCA lies the power to transform—both yourself and the world around you. From our exceptional fitness, personal training, sports and aquatics programs, to our extensive preschool and school-age programs, to our fun family and community events, the Y offers an array of options focused on strengthening bodies, minds and communities.

Get Involved

When you are involved with the Y, you help bring about lasting personal and social change. Whether you want to nurture the potential of children, improve your family’s health, or give back to your neighbors, your involvement with the Y will positively impact your community.

Stronger Together

Child Care & Education

Our programs, classes and activities are designed to engage children and help them develop the values, skills and confidence they'll need to succeed as adults.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is committed to youth development. We believe every child and teen deserve the chance to reach his or her full potential. At locations throughout the Chicagoland, we offer licensed child care, after-school programs, day camps, youth groups and other activities to give children of all ages a safe and nurturing place to learn, grow, and thrive. By helping children, the Y is working to bring about lasting, meaningful change.